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Germany's export machine is threatened by declining Chinese demand and competition, forcing it to seek EU intervention amid growing trade tensions and market shifts.
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Mehta and the Synod reach for a word they do not understand
Zubin Mehta's cancellation of engagements in Israel due to Netanyahu's politics sparked controversy, while the Church of England engaged with a document alleging…
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Lindsey Graham, the last hawk but one
Lindsey Graham, the enduring hawk of US politics, passed away on July 11, following his commitment to military service and significant involvement in Middle Eastern…
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‘Dependencies can be weaponised’: EU wakes up to China threat?
The EU is confronting a stark reality as dependence on China grows, with a trade deficit reaching €1 billion daily.
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Northern Ireland made it illegal to pray in hospitals
Northern Ireland has made it illegal to pray in hospitals if it occurs within designated Safe Access Zones, potentially criminalizing even private religious expressions…
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Ankara’s lesson: Defence spending alone does not create strategic power
The NATO summit in Ankara highlighted Europe's increased defense spending without greater strategic control, revealing a reliance on U.S.
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Is the death penalty coming back?
During the ninth World Congress Against the Death Penalty, Macron noted the resurgence of capital punishment globally, amid debates in France following shocking…
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Le Pen’s real second-round test is the comfortable bourgeoisie
Marine Le Pen's resurgence in the 2027 presidential race reveals a crucial challenge: persuading the comfortable bourgeoisie to support her over Macron's candidate.
The EU is spending €1.23 billion to make Europeans less resilient
The EU is set to invest €1.
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Paris under siege: Why a G7 capital paralyses because of a ball game in Boston
Last night's World Cup match prompted Paris to adopt extreme security measures, revealing deeper societal issues and the failure of integration, leaving the capital…
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Trump holds Iran and the democrats over a barrel
President Trump demonstrates control over Iran amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, leveraging significant oil blockades, while the Democrats face increasing…
Europe’s sovereignty stack is missing the tech
The European Commission's new Technological Sovereignty Package aims to enhance digital independence but faces challenges in actually building homegrown technology.
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Confused about French politics? Blame lawfare
As France gears up for the presidential elections in 2027, Marine Le Pen's unexpected candidacy is overshadowed by legal issues that highlight the influence of prosecutors…
Justice at two speeds: The Le Pen verdict and Europe’s institutional divide
On July 7, 2026, the Paris Court of Appeal upheld Marine Le Pen's conviction for embezzling EU funds. She was found guilty of misusing around €2.
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Trojan dragon: Green transition has handed Europe’s master switch to Beijing
The EU's green transition has created a dangerous dependence on Chinese-made solar inverters, risking European energy security and exposing critical infrastructure…
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Ninety-nine Frenchmen: What the World Cup reveals about Europe’s citizenship crisis
This is a number that immediately caught my eye: According to a count of the official tournament squads, ninety-nine players at this World Cup were born in France.
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Romania’s deadlock shows the cost of shutting out populists
Romania's government deadlock highlights the challenges traditional parties face when sidelining populists.
Why global capital may increasingly look to Luxembourg
As wealth migrates from high-tax states like California and New York, Luxembourg emerges as an attractive alternative, boasting a sophisticated financial ecosystem…
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Why European elections keep producing weak governments
European elections yield leaders with strong mandates, yet governing authority often remains limited due to EU constraints and independent institutions, creating…
Meloni out in the cold: Europe’s conservatives woo Trump, shun Rome
Following a fallout with Trump, Meloni faces isolation as European conservatives strengthen ties with the U.S.
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Europe hunts for kulaks
The EU faces tough budget negotiations as Germany pushes for cuts amid impending debt repayments.
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The vigilante mirror, terrified elites and the right to see justice done
The controversy surrounding Uwe Boll's film Citizen Vigilante reveals elite fears about artistic freedom and reflects societal discontent with the state’s failure…
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Europe swelters as it clings to its climate orthodoxy
Europe faces severe discomfort this summer due to a lack of air-conditioning, stemming from decades of climate policies that compromised energy security and economic…
As Ireland takes the helm of Europe, it should look in the mirror first
As Ireland assumes the EU Council Presidency, it faces domestic issues, such as rising living costs and housing challenges, that challenge its reputation as a model…
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Nations are still alive: Romania-Moldova unification and the fragile map of Europe
Romania's Chamber of Deputies has initiated unification negotiations with Moldova, raising significant historical and geopolitical questions about Europe's borders…
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Not easy for Brussels to get rid of Vučić: He is a ‘cunning Serbian politician’
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced early elections amid political pressure and scandals, but his political maneuvering may keep him in power despite…
The Right is winning on order, not ideology
Germany is facing increasing chaos, with trains frequently late and basic infrastructure failing, leading voters to seek nationalism not for ideology, but for a…
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What’s actually happening between Trump and Meloni
Relations between Italy and the Trump administration have soured after the U.S.
German Left want to use anti-democratic means to ban democratic rise of AfD
The AfD's rise in German polls has sparked renewed calls from the Left to ban the party. However, such a move could harm German democracy and US relations significantly.
Final part: Merkel’s Kulturrevolution made patriotism a sin to be purged
Germany's post-war political landscape witnessed a shift where patriotism became stigmatized, especially during Angela Merkel's chancellorship, leading to a cultural…